Jocelyn Portillo
Rialto,CA
Summary
Skilled Child and Family Specialist from Drew Child Development Corporation, adept in developing individualized service plans and enhancing client communication through evidence-based practices. Leveraged organizational skills and positive reinforcement methods to significantly improve client outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and collaborative teamwork, focusing on psychosocial rehabilitation and client advocacy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and Family Specialist
Drew Child Development Corporation
Los Angeles, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized service plans for each family based on identified needs and goals.
- Actively listened to clients' concerns while providing feedback in a nonjudgmental manner.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by providing unconditional support throughout their journey.
- Supported individuals by facilitating weekly group sessions.
- Encouraged clients to set realistic goals for themselves while creating an action plan for achieving those goals.
- Provided referrals to outside agencies when necessary.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions in accordance with agency standards.
Developmental Interventionist
HoldingHand Inc
Los Angeles, CA
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Completed required documentation such as evaluations, treatment notes, and exit summaries.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
- Determined appropriate interventions and planned support milestones.
Behavior Technician
Special Needs Network
Los Angeles, CA
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Human Services, Leadership And Organizational
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Human Services, Sociology
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05.2024
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Social Skills Development
- Problem-solving skills
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Mental health awareness
- Community resources
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Emotional regulation techniques
- Psychosocial rehabilitation
Timeline
Child and Family Specialist
Drew Child Development Corporation
07.2024 - Current
Developmental Interventionist
HoldingHand Inc
07.2023 - 07.2024
Behavior Technician
Special Needs Network
04.2021 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Human Services, Leadership And Organizational
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Human Services, Sociology
California State University, Fullerton
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